Cold Poached Salmon Steaks with Watercress Sauce

Name: Cold Poached Salmon Steaks with Watercress Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium lemon; 4 salmon steaks; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper; 1 medium onion; Watercress sauce; 1/2 bunch watercress; 1/2 c. sour cream; 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp. chopped fresh terragon; .⅓ tsp. dried tarragon may be substituted for fresh terragon; 1 1/2 tsp. sugar; 1 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

1 medium lemon
4 salmon steaks
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
1 medium onion
Watercress sauce
1/2 bunch watercress
1/2 c. sour cream
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. chopped fresh terragon
.⅓ tsp. dried tarragon may be substituted for fresh terragon
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt

1
From lemon, squeeze juice; reserve for Watercress Sauce.
2
Set lemon shells aside.
3
Rub salmon steaks evenly with salt and pepper.
4
In 12-inch skillet, heat 1/2 inch water to boiling over high heat.
5
Add salmon, onion, and lemon shells; heat to boiling.
6
Reduce heat; cover and simmer until fish is just opaque throughout, 5 to 8 minutes.
7
With slotted spatula, transfer fish to platter.
8
Let cool 30 minutes, or cover and refrigerate to serve later.
9
Meanwhile, prepare Watercress Sauce.
10
For Watercress Sauce : In blender or in food processor with knife blade attached, puree 1/2 bunch watercress, tough stems trimmed (1 cup), 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1/8 teaspoon dried tarragon, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt until smooth.
11
Cover and refrigerate.
12
Makes about 1/2 cup sauce.Each tablespoon: About 35 calories, 1g protein, 2g carbohydrate, 3g total fat (2g saturated), 6mg cholesterol, 301mg sodium.
13
Remove skin and bones from salmon, if you like.
14
Serve with sauce.
15
Nutritional information is based on one serving without sauce.

351

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium lemon, 4 salmon steaks, 3/4 tsp. salt, 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Cold Poached Salmon Steaks with Watercress Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!